# X-Prize Contender Cars EV Innovations Wave II Has 170 Mile Range Between Charges By Katie Cordrey | Published 2010-01-18 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ev-innovations-wave-ii References: [green.autoblog](http://green.autoblog.com/gallery/detroit-2010-ev-innovations-wave-ii/) & [hybridtechnologies](http://www.hybridtechnologies.com/products/cars/wave) The EV Innovations Wave II, one of the Progressive Automotive X-Prize cars, uses the latest lithium battery technology to reach speeds of up to 80 mph and a range of up to 170 miles per charge. The state of the art designed and engineered EV Innovations WAVE II is a sleek, curvaceous [plug-in electric two-seater](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yksi-electric-vehicle) that promises to be a robust contender in the world of [emissions-free electric vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2027-toyota-highlander). **Implications** - To top it all off, the vehicle's also got a stellar design. I'm most impressed with its [aerodynamic shape](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speedster-ev) and copper metallic paint job. The environmentally friendly car is sure to dazzle onlookers on the street and I wouldn't waste two seconds without buying this vehicle if it was put into mass production. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **EV Innovations:** The EV Innovations WAVE II showcases the potential of lithium battery technology for widespread use in electric vehicles. - **X-prize Cars:** Competitions such as the Progressive Automotive X-Prize encourage innovation in the electric vehicle industry and provide opportunities for new players to enter the market. - **Sustainable Transportation:** Cars like the EV Innovations WAVE II demonstrate the potential for sustainable transportation without sacrificing style, speed, or range. ### Who This Affects Most - **Automotive:** The electric vehicle market is expected to continue growing rapidly, with opportunities for innovative lithium battery technology and sleek designs like that of the EV Innovations WAVE II. - **Battery Technology:** The development of high-performance lithium batteries is crucial for the widespread adoption of electric vehicles, with the potential for disruptive innovation in energy storage and charging technology. - **Design:** There is an opportunity for designers to focus on creating stylish, aerodynamic, and environmentally friendly electric vehicles like the EV Innovations WAVE II. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Aerodynamic Long-Range Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fresco-xl.md) - [Phosphate Battery-Powered EVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/affordable-electric-car.md) - [Electric Limited-Edition Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ocean-extreme.md) - [Long-Range Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fisker-ronin.md) - [Curvaceous Electric Concept Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curvaceous-electric-concept-cars.md) - [Strict Low-Emission EVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avinya.md) - [Futuristic Solar-Powered Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightyear-0.md) - [Long-Range All-Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prologue.md) - [Two-Seater Solar-Powered Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aptera.md)